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Saturday at Comic-Con, Jeff Goldblum joined his "Thor: Ragnarok" castmates to preview the Nov. 3 space adventure for 6,500 screaming fans in Hall H.A rollicking panel ensued led by director Taika Waititi, who joked that most of his actors never learned their lines.Tom Hiddleston caught the crowd... View the full article

Sketches From The Park: Disney Artist Will Gay Paints Miss Tilly at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon View the full article

This week, we followed up our coverage at D23 Expo 2017 with more details on several exciting Disney Parks announcements, including new information about our Minnie van transportation service that begins at the Walt Disney World Resort later this month. Guests at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort and Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts will be able to arrange their own private Disney van right from their smartphone. Here’s our latest story. We also shared more details on new adventures coming to Mission: SPACE at Epcot. There will be an updated Orange Mission and a brand-new Green Mission. The updated Orange Mission will make an even more visually stunning trip to Mars, while the all-new Green adventure will allow guests to blast off for an orbital adventure around planet Earth. And we even posted an update about new technology being used for a new film at the China pavilion at Epcot. Taking a cue from Walt Disney, who pioneered many different storytelling and motion picture innovations, we’ve developed a next-generation digital camera system. Our teams are going to be taking this immersive camera system on the road first to film a brand new seamless Circle-Vision show for the China pavilion. Check out this week’s story. Here are some of the other stories we worked on this week. Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge is Now Open – Disney Vacation Club Members, media and explorers from around the globe gathered yesterday to take part in a celebratory opening ceremony for the 14th Disney Vacation Club Resort, Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge. Keep Your Cool on Warm Days at the Disneyland Resort – It’s summertime and that means longer days to have more fun at the Disneyland Resort! This sunny time of year also brings warmer weather, so we’ve got some tips for beating the heat while visiting the Disneyland Resort. Dressing a Tale as Old as Time: An Exclusive Interview with the Costume Designer of Disney Cruise Line’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’ – Our all-star creative team is hard at work to bring the beloved story of “Beauty and the Beast” to life in a whole new way on stage aboard the Disney Dream this November. Actors Cobie Smulders and Taran Killam Visit Walt Disney World Resort! – Broadway and Television Actors, Cobie Smulders and Taran Killam, recently brought their two girls to the Walt Disney World Resort to kick off summer break. The Possibilities Are Endless on the Adventures by Disney Rhine River Cruise – When cruising down Europe’s Rhine River with Adventures by Disney, there are so many delightful activities to choose from. Whether it’s testing your athletic skills at a winter fun park or taking a ride on a gondola overlooking rolling vineyards, there truly is something for each and every member of your family to enjoy. New Limited Edition Retail MagicBands Debut This Summer at Pandora – The World of Avatar – A few weeks ago, we shared a first look at retail MagicBands created for the opening of Pandora – The World of Avatar. These fun designs were a hit with guests visiting this exotic land at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. View the full article

Cate Blanchett goes FULL villain in 'Thor: Ragnarok' trailer View the full article

'Captain Marvel' will take place in the 1990s View the full article

We’ve been spotting some pretty terrific food-themed T-shirts around Disney World and Disneyland merchandise locations lately, and I couldn’t resist sharing some of these fun finds with you today. Because YOUR favorite iconic Disney snack may be represented on some of this garb, and I’d hate for you to miss a chance to pick one up on your next Disney World trip! If Mickey Waffles, Pretzels, Turkey Legs, and Dole Whips (along with The Haunted Mansion, Fireworks, and Mickey himself) make up your BEST DAY EVER, then check out this tee! Best Day Ever T-shirt Now, the Turkey Leg shirt has been around for a while now… Turkey Leg T-shirt … but this Mickey Pretzel shirt is a new-to-us find. Mickey Pretzel T-shirt Do ya love both Churros AND Ice Cream? If so, this one’s got you covered. Churros & Ice Cream T-shirt Churros and Turkey Legs also make an appearance on what might be my favorite of them all. Everything Awesome T-shirt Mickey Mouse & Turkey Legs & Monorails & Churros & Space Mountain. DONE. Keep an eye out at major merch spots like Epcot’s Mouse Gears, Magic Kingdom’s Emporium, Animal Kingdom’s Discovery Trading Company, and Mickey’s of Hollywood in Hollywood Studios to see if you can spot these shirts! Currently, they’re not being sold at DisneyStore.com, but you can always keep an eye out over there. And on the Shop Disney Parks app. And let us know… which Disney snack would YOU like to see honored on a T-shirt? Please let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: New Merch: Iconic Disney Food T-Shirts Spotted! Mickey Waffle Magnets and MORE! NEWS! Via Napoli Pizza By The Slice and Turkey Leg T-Shirts View the full article

“Descendants 2,” which premiered Friday across six channels, averaged 13 million viewers, according to ratings released Saturday afternoon. The Disney Channel movie had the biggest audience on Disney Channel, where 5.3 million watched. When the original “Descendants” debuted in 2015 on just Disney... View the full article

Peek at Episode 1 of 'Marvel's The Defenders' reveals fighting, lawyering, drinking and an intimidating Sigourney Weaver View the full article

This week we shared the first photos of the new Minnie Mouse-themed fleet of vans that will soon transport guests across the Walt Disney World Resort. As we learned during the D23 Expo 2017, this new transportation service will soon allow guests at Disney’s Boardwalk Resort and Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts to arrange their own private Disney vehicle right from their smartphone. It’ll be simple to do: just arrange a Minnie vehicle and a Disney cast member will drive you anywhere at the Walt Disney World Resort. Keep checking the Disney Parks Blog for updates on this new service. View the full article

Marvel had plenty of surprises for the Hall H faithful during its presentation of "The Defenders" at Comic-Con on Friday. But it saved the biggest twist for the end. Fans were treated to a surprise screening of the first episode of the upcoming Netflix series. The packed house couldn't help but... View the full article

A year and a half after they were closed to make way for construction of a new Star Wars land, four Disneyland attractions along the Rivers of America are set to reopen. The Mark Twain Riverboat, Sailing Ship Columbia, Davy Crockett’s Explorer Canoes and the Disneyland Railroad will relaunch July... View the full article

Do we need another hero? Uniqlo apparently thinks so. The Fast Retail brand revealed exclusively to WWD that the theme of its 2018 UTGP, or Uniqlo T-Shirt Grand Prix contest, is Marvel. “We hope this will inspire artists and fans around the world to participate in UTGP in new and unique ways,”... View the full article

We are at the height of the summer heat, and that can mean only one thing: Ice Cream Time is All the Time. So in today’s DFB Video we’re getting down to the serious business of ULTIMATE Disney Ice Cream Sundaes You’ve GOTTA Try! The Kitchen Sinks There is so much Ice Cream Sundae Wonder to enjoy at Disney. Like, food fantasy level stuff. Ranging from the classic Kitchen Sink at Beaches and Cream to the Earthquake at Ghirardelli to the Ooey Gooey Butter Cake Sundae at Ample Hills Creamery — every day should be an ice cream day at Disney. So join us as we count down the 20 Disney Ice Cream Sundaes you’ve gotta try! And seriously — if you love this one, then check out all of our video adventures on our DFB YouTube Channel! By the way, have you subscribed yet? If you hit the button below, we’ll send you emails so that you never miss a single episode DFB fun and yum. So — which Disney Ice Cream Sundae are you trying first? Leave a comment and share your favorite! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: New DFB Video: The Kitchen Sink(s) at Disney’s Beaches and Cream New DFB Video: Ultimate Disney Funnel Cakes in Disneyland and Walt Disney World! New DFB Video: Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bars! View the full article

Hey, Disney World Annual Passholders and Disney Vacation Club Members! Guess what? According to wdwmagic.com, an increased discount is now available at several Resort restaurants now through the summer (ending September 30, 2017). The Turf Club at Saratoga Springs Resort If you visit any of the locations listed below during the dinner meal timeframe BEFORE 6:30 pm or AFTER 8:30 pm, you will receive a 30% discount as opposed to the original 20%! Animal Kingdom Lodge Jiko — Awesome Boardwalk Inn Flying Fish — Good Contemporary Resort The Wave… of American Flavors — Meh Grand Floridian Resort Citricos — Awesome Old Key West Resort Olivia’s Cafe — Good Port Orleans Resort — Riverside Boatwright’s Dining Hall — Awesome Saratoga Springs Resort The Turf Club Bar & Grill — Meh Wilderness Lodge Artist Point — Sometimes awesome, sometimes meh Yacht Club Resort Captain’s Grille — Good So, enjoy that extra discount, folks! Remember, you’ve got through September 30th to make use of it! Will you be taking advantage of this extra discount for Annual Passholders and DVC Members? Please let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: News: New Dining Discounts for Disney World Annual Passholders for 45th Anniversary Year Walt Disney World Annual Passholder Dining Discount Program Adds New Restaurants News: Disney Restaurant Discounts During Orlando Magical Dining Month (PLUS MENUS!!) View the full article

From culinary demos to brunches, seminars and the fabulous Party for the Senses, it’s time to book ahead for the special ticketed events at Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Expanding to 75 days, the festival runs Aug. 31-Nov. 13. Popular series like the “Mix It, Make It, Celebrate It!” hands-on workshops are back, plus daily culinary demos and beverage seminars and cheese seminars on select Saturdays in the Festival Center. And extra-special dining and pairing events are happening at a number of Epcot World Showcase restaurants. Party for the Senses grand tasting event is back on select Saturdays, an extravaganza of food, drink and entertainment that’s a real delight. More intimate premium events happen in the Disney resorts, like the Grand Floridian Brunch With a Twist and Culinary Adventures with a Master Chef at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Get more details at EpcotFoodFestival.com, or call 407-939-3378. Here are the links to book online: Culinary Demonstrations at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Beverage Seminars at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Party for the Senses What’s Cookin’ With… at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Mix It, Make It, Celebrate It! at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Cheese Seminars at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival Eat to the Beat Dining Package at the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival View the full article

Last week, we shared details on our first-ever Christmas in July event at Disney Springs – happening now through July 30. Today, we’ve got more to share, including some new seasonal offerings and holiday treats you don’t want to miss. This weekend, special meet and greets with Summer Santa are still available at Disney’s Days of Christmas from 1:00pm to 10:00pm daily. There are several holiday treats to enjoy at Goofy’s Candy Co. and Candy Cauldron. Don’t miss the Chocolate Enrobed Stollen bread at The Ganachery. There’s a seasonal macaroon and gingerbread treat at Amorette’s Patissere. And during your visit to Disney Springs, don’t miss the holiday apparel and accessories at Tren-D. Enjoy Christmas in July at Disney Springs this weekend. View the full article

Marvel Day at Sea kicks off in just a couple months, and we can’t wait for the arrival of the greatest Super Heroes and Villains aboard Disney Cruise Line. This epic day at sea features a full day of entertainment including up-close interactions with some of the mightiest Marvel Super Heroes and Villains, a spectacular deck show with pyrotechnics, Marvel-themed youth activities, exclusive merchandise and unique food and beverage offerings. To help you hero up for these epic sailings, we have created two downloadable wallpapers — for mobile and desktop — featuring some of your favorite Marvel Super Hero icons! Be sure to read the terms of use about using the wallpaper before you download it and check out our complete gallery of wallpapers here. Don’t forget, Marvel Day at Sea debuts on select 7- and 8-night Bahamian and Canada cruises from New York this fall, and returns on select 5-night Western Caribbean cruises from Miami in early 2018. Which Super Hero or Villain are you most excited to encounter? View the full article

Since Disney bought Marvel, the company has been trying to find places it can incorporate iconic characters like Iron Man, Captain America and Spider-Man at its theme parks around the world. Now, the Art of Marvel will give the comic-book juggernaut a home at Disneyland Paris. “We are going to... View the full article

Disney announced a renovation of Disney’s New York Hotel with the Art of Marvel theming at Disneyland Paris. View the full article

Disney announced a Marvel-themed hotel would open at Disneyland Paris. View the full article

It’s easy to work up an appetite when you’re spending the day hopping from attraction to attraction in Magic Kingdom park! Luckily for you, I’ve got 6 tasty snacks for right around $5 to help fuel your fun. Take a look! What are your favorite Magic Kingdom snacks? Let us know in the comments below! View the full article

Our all-star creative team is hard at work to bring the beloved story of “Beauty and the Beast” to life in a whole new way on stage aboard the Disney Dream this November. I had the honor of meeting up with Broadway costume designer Sarah Cubbage recently to get the inside scoop on what it takes to design the elaborate costumes for a brand-new stage production of this classic tale. As you’re designing costumes for “Beauty and the Beast” aboard the Disney Dream, what has been your biggest inspiration? “It’s a combination… I’ve of course been inspired by the iconic Disney characters and also by the luscious costume designs in the film. I’ve also really been inspired by the period, by exploring and researching what French country provincial wear is for peasants in the 18th century. And I’ve been inspired by fairytale, looking at examples of other fairytales and how different people have interpreted them. That’s really what we are creating – a fairytale based in this world – so you can let your imagination run wild.” In what ways has the new live-action film inspired you? “It’s the reality and depth and texture of the costumes in the film that I found incredibly inspiring. The animated version of “Beauty and the Beast” is iconic, but of course it is flat by nature of the animation. Because the live-action film exists, it gives us license and leeway to delve into the texture. What the costume designer in the film did so brilliantly is that no longer is Belle just in a flat blue dress. Belle is in a real skirt with that gorgeous, quilted hanging pocket that is authentic to the period. She’s a bit of a tomboy and can pull up her skirt and tuck it into her apron, so you’re aware of the lacing and the fabrics working together.” Tell us about your process for bringing the beloved characters of this classic tale to life in a whole new way through costuming. “My process begins with the research, and it’s about combining the historical element with the fantasy element. In this particular production of “Beauty and the Beast,” we are doing hi-fi story theater, which is combining traditional and really fun storytelling techniques with hi-tech fabulousness. So to bring the costumes to life doing that, I’ve started with digging into the 18th century period. Who are these people? How did they live? What was Belle’s life really like as a poor girl in the countryside in 18th century France? It’s everything from reading scripts to looking at pictures to meticulously studying the clothes, and that historical base helps gives the characters another dimension. Then, since we are in this spectacular fairytale, I combine that with the fantasy element that comes when she goes into the castle. And it’s with the fantasy element that we get to have a ton of fun with sparkle and sequence and rhinestones.” What’s different or unique about the costumes in this production from other retellings of “Beauty and the Beast?” “The costumes in “Beauty and the Beast” combine texture and reality with high-fashion, spectacular dance numbers. The biggest “wow” factor guests can expect from the costumes is in the “Be Our Guest” number. They are going to be delighted with high-fashion, high-sparkle, gorgeous dance numbers, including an appetizer fashion show. We are creating our own world that’s gorgeous enough to be exciting from a fashion standpoint and also fun enough so that a six-year-old sees an escargot walking down the runway and gets it. Audiences have never seen a “Be Our Guest” like this before, and they are going to be delighted and completely wow-ed with the creative storytelling. ” Sarah is collaborating with an incredibly talented team, led by director and choreographer Connor Gallagher, to bring the timeless fable of “Beauty and the Beast” to life like never before. For more behind-the-scenes details, take a look back at my previous posts and keep following along on the Disney Parks Blog as we go behind the curtain of a tale as old as time: Opening the Music Box of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Aboard the Disney Dream 3 Ways New ‘Disney Beauty and the Beast’ Musical Coming to Disney Dream Draws Inspiration from Live-Action Film Behind the Scenes of the New ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Musical Coming to the Disney Dream View the full article

Yay! Learn About: Casey’s Corner Magic Kingdom Disney World Restaurants It’s BACK, y’all!! PLASTIC CHEESE has returned to Casey’s Corner in the Magic Kingdom! Well…sort of. If you’ve been following this story (or saga, as it were), Plastic Cheese is pretty much my all time favorite condiment of ALL TIME. Sure, Disney calls it “Cheese Sauce,” but we all know that the name Plastic Cheese comes from nothing but my deep and abiding love for this bright orange-yellow, melty, gooey, “this-probably-isn’t-real-food-but-if-it’s-wrong-I-don’t-want-to-be-right” cheddar cheese sauce that you could use to top anything from those Hot Dogs at Casey’s to French Fries at Cosmic Ray’s and so many things beyond. Better yet, you’d often find it as a self-serve component at various Toppings Bars in Counter Service restaurants. But in 2015, Plastic Cheese disappeared — almost overnight — from Counter Service spots all across Disney World. Though we have seen it sporadically showing up here and there as a topping on items like the Plaza Loaded Fries and the French Fries with Pulled Pork and Cheese at Flame Tree Barbecue, the days of self-serve Plastic Cheese were clearly long gone. BUT!! We JUST spotted Plastic Cheese up for grabs once again at Casey’s Corner!! Plastic Cheese at Casey’s Corner!! Now, there are some changes: you still won’t find Plastic Cheese on the Casey’s Toppings Bar alongside the sauerkraut, onions, and more. Instead, you’ll see it on the menu. For a buck. (Yeah, yeah. I know.) Casey’s Corner Menu Still, you receive a REALLY decent sized bowl of it. Plenty to top your hot dog or dip your fries in! Or just, you know, eat straight up with a spoon . (No, you would never do that. I know.) Bowl of Plastic Cheese In my opinion? That is one dollar WELL SPENT, my friends! We don’t know how long this will last, so get on in there if you’re a cheese fan like me! WOO HOO!!! What do you think of this reappearance of PLASTIC CHEESE at Casey’s Corner? Please let us know with a comment! Disney Food Blog Fans, be sure to check out our DFB Disney World Dining Guide e-Books! Find great deals at DFBStore.com! Also, come on over and: Subscribe to our Newsletter Follow us on Twitter Become a Facebook Fan Related posts: Review: Casey’s Corner Chili-Cheese Dog with Shredded Cheese News: Disney World Plastic Cheese Sauce Removed From Condiment Bars Review: Mac-and-Cheese Hot Dog Returns to Casey’s Corner for a Limited Time View the full article

WHAT: An iconic cel from Walt Disney's circa 1937 animated film "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" sold for $33,460 this month in an auction of animation art at Heritage Auctions in Dallas. Short for celluloid, a cel is a clear sheet of plastic or acetate that is hand-painted on the back for use... View the full article

For a limited time, some of the most popular table-service restaurants at Walt Disney World Resort hotels are adding an extra 20 percent* to their Disney Vacation Club Member discount. This special 30 percent discount is available through Sept. 30, 2017, at the following restaurants during the dinner meal period before 6:30 p.m. or after 8:30 p.m.: Artist Point at Disney’s Wilderness Lodge Jiko – The Cooking Place at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Cítricos at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa The Grand Floridian Café at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Flying Fish at Disney’s BoardWalk The Wave…of American Flavors at Disney’s Contemporary Resort Olivia’s Cafe at Disney’s Old Key West Resort Boatwright’s Dining Hall at Disney’s Port Orleans Resort Riverside The Turf Club Bar & Grill at Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa Captain’s Grill at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort *Discount will be applied in addition to regular member discount when dining during the hours mentioned above. Must present your valid Membership Card and photo ID. Not valid with other offers, discounts, packages or promotions. Existing 10% discount continues to be available between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. or other meal periods where available. Some exclusions and restrictions apply, and discounts cannot be combined. The Discount is valid on regular price food and non-alcoholic beverages (excluding applicable tax and gratuity) at participating Walt Disney World owned and operated locations. Special events excluded. You should not purchase or add on a real estate interest in a Disney Vacation Club Resort in reliance upon the continued availability or renewal or extension of these offers. These offers may only be available to Members at various times and may or may not be renewed or extended. Membership Extras, such as vacation options in the Disney and Concierge Collections, certain discounts, offers, and special events are incidental benefits. These incidental benefits are subject to change or termination without notice, may require the payment of a fee and cannot be combined with any other offers or promotions. To receive any Membership Extras, purchasers must present a valid Disney Vacation Club Membership Card along with a corresponding valid photo ID. Disney and Concierge Collections options are not available for ownership interests not purchased directly from Disney Vacation Development, Inc. after March 21, 2011, and, effective April 4, 2016, Members who do not purchase an ownership interest directly from Disney Vacation Development Inc. will not have access to Membership Extras. View the full article